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Updated January 10, 2024·
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED would be a better choice for someone seeking a laptop with a higher-quality display and faster refresh rate, useful for tasks such as video editing or graphic design. It provides vibrant colors and high resolution, which enhances visual content, but it has a shorter battery life than the HP 14" Laptop, and it typically costs more. On the other hand, the HP 14" Laptop might suffice for general use and is more budget-friendly, with a longer battery life, making it suitable for tasks like web browsing, office work, and media consumption where screen quality is less critical. If you intend to use the laptop on the go frequently, the HP's extended battery life and slightly lighter weight would be advantageous. However, if your work involves intensive graphics or engineering tasks, the ASUS with its superior display and performance would be a more appropriate match. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
- Good for general use
- Good for engineering and design
- Good for software development
- Very good overall display quality
- Good overall build quality
- Good speakers
- Very good keyboard
Advantages of the HP 14" Laptop
- The HP 14" Laptop has no clear advantages over the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED.
Key differences
General Use
7.5
6.7
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
376.0 nits
DISPLAY BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
6.0 Hours
BATTERY LIFE
8.5 Hours
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
8.3/10
PORTABILITY SCORE
8.3/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for general use, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a superior screen with higher resolution, better color accuracy, and OLED technology, making it excellent for general use where visual quality is very important; however, its battery life is good but not as long as the HP 14" Laptop, which has a longer battery life but with average screen quality, less vibrant colors, and a standard IPS display not as suited for tasks where screen quality is a top priority. The Zenbook also benefits from a more modern CPU, enhancing overall performance, whereas the HP's Ryzen 5 is competent but doesn't match the Intel i5-13500H in peak performance, which is critical for more demanding applications.
Gaming and AI
6.5
5.8
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
No
SUPPORTS DLSS
No
No
MUX SWITCH / ADVANCED OPTIMUS
No
6.5/10
FAN NOISE SCORE
8.7/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is only fair for gaming and AI, while the HP 14" Laptop is poor.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED offers a higher refresh rate screen and an Intel Iris Xe graphics unit, which translates to smoother visuals in gaming and 3D applications compared to the HP 14" Laptop that is equipped with AMD's Vega 7 graphics and a standard refresh rate screen. However, both laptops will perform moderately due to their integrated graphics capabilities, which are less powerful than dedicated gaming GPUs.
Engineering and Design
7.7
6.0
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
3.7/10
OVERALL GPU SCORE
3.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for engineering and design, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is equipped with a powerful Intel processor and high-quality OLED screen, crucial for complex engineering tasks and precise design work, while the HP 14" Laptop's AMD processor and IPS screen are less robust, making it only moderately suitable for such demanding applications.
Content Creation
7.6
7.0
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and HP 14" Laptop are both good for content creation, though the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is somewhat better.
PerfectRec’s Content Creation Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for photo editing, video editing and other content creation tasks.
Software Development
7.5
6.8
8.5/10
OVERALL CPU SCORE
4.6/10
8.0 GB
RAM
8.0 GB
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
8.0/10
KEYBOARD QUALITY SCORE
6.0/10
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED is good for software development, while the HP 14" Laptop is only fair.
PerfectRec’s Software Development Score takes into account the many different features of the laptop that make it more or less suitable for software developers.
Screen Quality
8.6
6.3
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
2880 x 1800
RESOLUTION
1920 x 1080
OLED
DISPLAY TECHNOLOGY
IPS
120Hz
REFRESH RATE
60Hz
376.0 nits
BRIGHTNESS
265.0 nits
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a better screen than the HP 14" Laptop for general use, gaming and AI, engineering and design, software development, and content creation.
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED boasts a high-resolution OLED display which provides vibrant colors and excellent contrast, making it great for general use and engineering tasks where color accuracy is crucial. However, it lacks a high refresh rate, diminishing the experience for gaming and 3D applications where fluid motion is key. The HP 14" Laptop, with its fair screen specifications, offers adequate performance for general and engineering purposes, but similar to the ASUS, it falls short for gaming and 3D due to a lower refresh rate and less impressive color fidelity.
Battery
6.0 Hours
8.5 Hours
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has 6 hours of battery life. The HP 14" Laptop has 8.5 hours of battery life.
Battery life estimate is based on a mix of common use patterns. More portable and higher performing laptops tend to have less battery life.
Build Quality
7.8
6.0
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has good build quality, while the HP 14" Laptop has only fair build quality.
PerfectRec’s Build Quality Score incorporates case materials, display and keyboard flex, hinge quality, and overall reliability.
Cost
$575
$418
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
$900
The ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED has a price of $575 and the HP 14" Laptop costs $418.
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Key similarities
Portability
Very Good
Very Good
14.0in
SIZE
14.0in
3.4 lbs
WEIGHT
3.2 lbs
0.6in
THICKNESS
0.7in
The HP 14" Laptop and ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED both have very good portability.
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How the ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED and the HP 14" Laptop compare to other laptops
Spec Comparison
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| ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED | HP 14" Laptop |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$575 | $418 | ||
Release Date | |||
Release Date | May 1, 2023 | October 1, 2021 | |
Overall Dimensions | |||
Overall Dimensions | 12.7'' x 8.9'' x 0.67'' | 12.8'' x 8.9'' x 0.7'' | |
Weight | |||
Weight | 3.44 lbs | 3.22 lbs | |
Width | |||
Width | 12.67" | 12.76" | |
Depth | |||
Depth | 8.88" | 8.86" | |
INTERNAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Processor | |||
Processor | Intel i5-13500H | AMD Ryzen 5 5500U | |
RAM | |||
RAM | 8 GB | 8 GB | |
DDR Memory Version | |||
DDR Memory Version | 5 | 4 | |
RAM Slots | |||
RAM Slots | 0 | 2 | |
Storage | |||
Storage | 512 GB | 256 GB | |
BATTERY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Battery Life | |||
Battery Life | 6 Hours | 8.5 Hours | |
Battery Capacity | |||
Battery Capacity | 70 Wh | 41 Wh | |
SCREEN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Diagonal Size | |||
Diagonal Size | 14" | 14" | |
Display Technology | |||
Display Technology | OLED | IPS | |
Resolution | |||
Resolution | 2880 x 1800 | 1920 x 1080 | |
Refresh Rate | |||
Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 60Hz | |
Display Brightness | |||
Display Brightness | 376 nits | 265 nits | |
RELIABILITY, APPEARANCE & ACOUSTICS | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality Score | |||
Build Quality Score | 7.8/10 | 6/10 | |
Portability Score | |||
Portability Score | 8.3/10 | 8.3/10 | |
Gaming Laptop Appearance | |||
Gaming Laptop Appearance | No | No | |
Premium Business Laptop | |||
Premium Business Laptop | No | No | |
Fan Noise Score | |||
Fan Noise Score | 6.5/10 | 8.8/10 | |
HARDWARE FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Keyboard Quality Score | |||
Keyboard Quality Score | 8/10 | 6/10 | |
Speaker Quality Score | |||
Speaker Quality Score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | |
Webcam | |||
Webcam | 1080p | 720p | |
Fingerprint Reader | |||
Fingerprint Reader | No | No | |
Backlit Keyboard | |||
Backlit Keyboard | Yes | No | |
Number Pad | |||
Number Pad | Yes | No | |
CONNECTIVITY | |||
|---|---|---|---|
USB Type-A | |||
USB Type-A | 1 | 2 | |
USB-C ports | |||
USB-C ports | 2 | 1 | |
USB-C Charging | |||
USB-C Charging | Yes | No | |
Display Outputs | |||
Display Outputs | 3 | 1 | |
Thunderbolt Version | |||
Thunderbolt Version | 4 | N/A | |
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ASUS Zenbook 14X OLED
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Matthew Buzzi | September 2023
"While one of the more budget-friendly configurations of the Asus Zenbook 14X OLED may make a compelling case as a top value pick, it’s difficult to be disappointed with the more expensive model we reviewed here. At its core, for all models, it’s a luxury-built laptop with extreme portability and a gorgeous OLED display. Our unit rocks with a snappy Core i9 processor for getting real work done, and the discrete GPU—even if it has a clear power ceiling—is a bonus for creative pros."
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Nicholas De Leon | October 2022
"This feels like an ideal laptop for someone who doesn’t want to spend a lot of money on a laptop and isn’t too bothered by things like build quality or construction. It’s a laptop that will be used to pay bills, keep track of expenses, do some online shopping, and will be tucked away in a spare bedroom/home office. It’s an appliance designed to do a job without fuss. It’s not a premium experience—the materials do feel a little cheap, the display won’t exactly wow you, and the battery life is nothing to write home about, especially if you’ve used more expensive devices. But overall it’s not too shabby, especially for the price."
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About ASUS
ASUS, a Taiwanese electronics brand, is one of the largest personal computer vendor by market share. The majority of their laptops are targeted towards personal use or gaming. Their most popular product lines include the budget-friendly VivoBook, more premium ZenBook, and their TUF and ROG gaming laptops, the latter of which has a reputation for excellent gaming performance.
About HP
HP, also known as Hewlett-Packard, is an American technology company that develops personal computers and computer peripherals. In the laptop industry, HP is known for its entry level Essential series laptops, its mid-range Pavilion, Envy, and Victus series, and high-end Omen and Spectre series, in addition to its business-oriented EliteBook, ProBook, and Dragonfly series laptops. HP laptops generally undercut other mainstream competitors in terms of price, placing itself as the value-oriented mainstream brand.
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